Rent a Car in Manama

Starting from BHD 9/Day

Do you want to travel around Bahrain through a method that provides both smoothness, comfort, and flexibility? The choice of car rental in Manama allows you to control your travel schedule while avoiding the need for public transportation.

Our SelfDrive car rental Manama service provides customers with modern skyline views, coastal road scenic drives, and affordable car rental options. You will get your car with easy booking and multiple options to pick up your rented car.

Honda City

Automatic

BHD 11 /day

BHD 9 / day

Nissan Sunny

Automatic

BHD 10 /day

BHD 9 / day

Bestune B7 Sedan

Automatic

BHD 15 /day

BHD 13 / day

Kia Picanto

Automatic

BHD 17 /day

BHD 15 / day

Nissan Kicks 1.6

Automatic

BHD 20 /day

BHD 18 / day

Nissan Altima 2.5 L

Automatic

BHD 21 /day

BHD 18 / day

Rental in Manama

Selfdrive offers Hatchback rental in Manama for smooth city drives. If you are looking for vehicles with minimal luggage space yet optimum seating capacity you can rent Hatchback in Manama at affordable prices for your city tour.

Here is the hatchback model offered by Selfdrive in Manama as of August 2026:

#	Car	Starting Price
1	Nissan Hatchback Car	BHD 87 / month

Ensure you book your car in advance to get assured vehicle delivery on time.

You can choose sedan rental in Manama for city drives, daily commute and business travel to get economy deals. Sedan cars for rent in Manama offer seating capacity for 4 to 5 passengers with optimal luggage space and boot space. You can choose a vehicle option based on your needs and preference.

Here is a list of some of the sedans offered by Selfdrive in Manama and their approximate rental price as of August 2026:

#	Car	Starting Price
1	Nissan Sunny	BHD 89 / month
2	Kia Pegas	BHD 119 / month
3	Changan Alsvin	BHD 129 / month
4	Honda City	BHD 159 / month
5	Hyundai Accent	BHD 184 / month

Ensure you book your car in advance to get assured vehicle delivery on time.

You can choose SUV rental in Manama with Selfdrive for weekend trips and a ride with family. An SUV car for rent in Manama offers adequate seating capacity for up to 5 or 7 travelers with comfortable boot space and luggage space. You can book a rental SUV in advance for a smooth driving experience in Manama and beyond.

Here is a list of popular SUV models available with Selfdrive with the approximate price as of August 2026:

#	Car	Starting Price
1	Haval Jolion	BHD 119 / month
2	Ford Territory	BHD 149 / month
3	Nissan Kicks 1.6	BHD 169 / month
4	Bestune T99	BHD 179 / month
5	Kia Sonet	BHD 199 / month

You can choose luxury Car Rental in Manama to experience exotic drives to special occasions such as weddings, anniversaries and others. With Selfdrive you can rent Luxury Car Manama at competitive rates to make your event presence memorable.

Here is a list of popular luxury cars that you can book with Selfdrive in 2026:

#	Car	Starting Price
1	Mercedes A2	BHD 459 / month
2	Mercedes EQA 35	BHD 589 / month
3	Mercedes E2	BHD 589 / month
4	Mercedes EQB 35	BHD 619 / month
5	Mercedes S45	BHD 2,109 / month

Your Reliable Partner for Daily and Weekly Travel in Manama

Travel Without Limits

Our daily and weekly car rental Manama packages will allow you to discover Bahrain without any stress. The service is an excellent means of transportation for business meetings, short visits, and weekend getaways.

Affordable and Transparent Pricing

Searching for an affordable car rental Manama? Our pricing system delivers transparent rates without hidden fees. We provide various vehicle options that suit your financial needs and premium vehicles for business purposes.

Safe and Supported Driving

Every rental includes essential support and protection so you can drive with confidence. Our service provides complete assistance, which begins with roadside support and extends to regular vehicle maintenance checks throughout the entire process.

Cars for Every Travel Need

Manama car rental provides economy vehicles, which make city driving simple, and their large space makes them suitable for family and group transportation needs. For those who prefer style, we also offer luxury car rental Manama with premium models.

Fast and Easy Booking

Do you want to rent a car in Manama city? Our online booking system helps you to book your car in minutes with instant confirmation and flexible pickup options.

Convenient Locations Across Bahrain

Pick up your vehicle from airport car rental near Manama, your hotel, or major city locations. We make car rental services easy, quick, and smooth.

Monthly Car Rental in Manama for Flexible Long-Term Travel

Selfdrive offers Monthly car rental Manama is usually more cost-effective compared to weekly car rental deals. You can choose monthly car hire Manama if you plan a longer stay or are a resident driving for daily commute. Long term car rental is further available with Selfdrive at competitive rates for expats and residents. You can choose monthly cars in Bahrain for a city drive or for driving beyond the city limits.

Here is a quick comparison between monthly car rental in Manama and long-term car rental in Manama:

#	Factors	Monthly Car Rental Manama	Long Term Car Rental Manama
1	Rates	Best average per day rates	Flat pricing throughout the tenure
2	Flexibility	Offers and price changes on monthly basis	No surprise on renewal
3	Savings and suitability	Best suited for mid term stays with relatively high savings compared to weekly car rental deals	Best suited for relocation, expat assignments and extended projects with significant savings

Who Can Rent a Car in Manama?

Rental cars in Manama are offered by Selfdrive for personal or business purposes. You can book your car in advance based on your preference and budget for city tours or driving beyond the city. Selfdrive allows you to choose from a wide range of car options across fleets, brands and models based on your event or purpose of driving. You can choose short term or long term car rental deals based on your need and convenience. Here is who can rent a car in Manama:

A right close up of a yellow Mercedes AMG sports car headlight on a city street

Tourists
If you are a tourist, you can rent a desired car in Manama with Selfdrive at affordable prices. You can book your deal in advance online or offline, based on your feasibility. Rental cars help you withfaster airport exit and navigation through Manama seamlessly.
Residents
If you are a resident, you can rent a preferred car with Selfdrive for daily commute, long distance road trips or for events. Rental cars are easily accessible and affordable helping you save more on transportation.
Expats and GCC Residents
If you are an expat residing in Manama, you can rent a car for office visits or traveling in and around the city during your stay. This helps you avoid waiting in long queues for public transport.
Business travelers
If you are traveling to Manama for business purposes, such as client meetings or official meetings, you can rent a car based on your preference for seamless navigation through the roads and to reach your destination on time without delay.

Other Important Information for car rental

Documents Required to Rent a Car in Manama

The documents required to rent a car in Manama vary based on whether you are a resident or tourist.

Here is the list of documents that you need to present to rent a car in Manama:

#	Renter Type	Required Documents	Age Criteria	Important Note
1	Tourists	A valid passport, home country driving license, International Driving Permit if required, visa and entry documents, a credit card as a collateral	21 or 25 years	Payment card should be in the renter’s name
2	Residents	Bahrain ID or CPR, driving license, credit or debit card as a collateral, additional documents for long term rental, if required	21 or 25 years	Payment card should be in the renter’s name
3	Expats and GCC Residents	Passport, driving license, visa and entry documents, credit card as a collateral	21 or 25 years	Payment card should be in the renter’s name
4	Business Travelers	Passport, driving license, visa, International Driving Permit, entry stamp and a credit card as a collateral	21 or 25 years	Payment card should be in the renter’s name

Car Rental Costs in Manama

#	Off Peak Season Factors	Monthly Rental Factors
1	The car rental cost in Manama varies based on factors such as: rental season rental duration rental deal car fleet brand and model For instance, the off peak season prices are significantly lower compared to the peak season prices.	Moreover, the monthly car rental deals are more cost-effective compared to weekly car rental deals. Ensure you check the latest car rental cost before booking your deal with Selfdrive.

Driving in Manama: Rules and Tips

Rules	Tips
You need to strictly adhere to the driving rules in Manama to avoid fines and penalties due to violation. For instance, you need to drive on the right side of the road, wear seatbelts and avoid using mobile phones while driving. Ensure you are not under alcohol influence while driving as Manama has zero alcohol tolerance policy. You need to follow the traffic signals for compliance with traffic rules. The speed limit allowed in Manama is 60 km per hour in the urban areas and up to 120 km per hour on the highways. Ensure you comply with the lane discipline rules while driving your rental car.	The peak traffic hours are usually between 7 AM - 9 AM and 5 PM - 7 PM. To navigate seamlessly across the roads you can avoid the peak traffic hours while driving. Notably, in terms of roundabout rules, you need to take the left if you want a left turn or a full U-turn. In addition, if you are within the traffic circle, ensure you take the right side of the road. Using GPS maps helps you navigate seamlessly through the Manama roads.

Rules

Tips

You need to strictly adhere to the driving rules in Manama to avoid fines and penalties due to violation.
For instance, you need to drive on the right side of the road, wear seatbelts and avoid using mobile phones while driving.
Ensure you are not under alcohol influence while driving as Manama has zero alcohol tolerance policy.
You need to follow the traffic signals for compliance with traffic rules.
The speed limit allowed in Manama is 60 km per hour in the urban areas and up to 120 km per hour on the highways.
Ensure you comply with the lane discipline rules while driving your rental car.

The peak traffic hours are usually between 7 AM - 9 AM and 5 PM - 7 PM.
To navigate seamlessly across the roads you can avoid the peak traffic hours while driving.
Notably, in terms of roundabout rules, you need to take the left if you want a left turn or a full U-turn.
In addition, if you are within the traffic circle, ensure you take the right side of the road.
Using GPS maps helps you navigate seamlessly through the Manama roads.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are a tourist you need a valid passport, home country driving license, International Driving Permit, visa, entry stamp and a credit card as a collateral. In case you are a resident, you need a Bahrain ID and driving license in addition to a credit or debit card.

You can rent a car in Manama with your home country driving license. In case it is not printed in English or Arabic, you need an International Driving Permit.

You can choose monthly car rental deals with Selfdrive Manama and Bahrain at affordable prices. We offer a wide range of car options across fleets, brands and models.

Selfdrive offers airport pick-up or return for rental cars. It helps you with faster airport exit on arrival allowing you to reach your destination on time. For airport returns ensure you reach early to complete the necessary procedure.

You can drive a rental car to other cities in Bahrain without any hassle. However, ensure you check for driving permission for cross border routes before riding your rental car.

In case you get a traffic fine while driving a rental car, you need to pay the necessary amount without delay. If you do not pay it separately, it will be deducted from the collateral.

Usually, you need a credit card as a collateral to rent a car in Manama. However, sometimes a debit card is accepted as an alternative to credit cards.

If you are looking for rental cars for city tours alone, you can choose sedans or hatchbacks. However, if you want to drive beyond the city realms with family for weekend trips, you can choose SUVs or luxury cars for special events.

Selfdrive offers insurance coverage with luxury rental cars in Manama. Ensure you check the inclusions and coverage limit before booking. You can add inclusions and enhance the coverage limit if you want by paying an additional amount.

Some of the luxury cars you can rent in Manama with Selfdrive include Mercedes models such as A2, EQA 35, E2, EQB 35, EQE 35, EQS sedan, EQS SUV, S 45 and others.